About

 

Carlos Valdez is an accomplished Cinematographer and Editor with over two decades of hands-on experience in the Film and Television Production and Post-Production industry, including seventeen years specializing in On-Air Promotions. Throughout his career, Carlos has honed his skills through close collaboration with various industry professionals, reflecting an unwavering commitment to continual learning and adaptation. He consistently incorporates dynamic narrative techniques to navigate the unique challenges presented by each production, spanning from pre-production, through production, and into the post-production phases.

 

Carlos demonstrates exceptional versatility across an array of media outlets, encompassing Streaming, Social Media, Podcasts, Blogging, and Web Content, and excels in diverse markets such as Commercials, Television Shows, Pilots, Music Videos, Short and Feature Films, and more.

 

Within his extensive technical and creative journey, Carlos has evolved into a seasoned and passionate storyteller. His firm belief is that every aspect of production and post-production should seamlessly contribute to the overarching narrative, eliciting an emotional connection with the audience and keeping them engrossed in the story.

 

As a Cinematographer, Carlos employs a tailored artistic approach for each project, skillfully utilizing an array of lighting techniques and staying at the forefront of cutting-edge lighting systems, including Tungsten, HMI, Fluorescent, and LED equipment whether on set or on location. Furthermore, Carlos is a seasoned Professional Camera Operator with deep expertise in the intricacies of diverse camera workflows and formats, spanning from 8mm film to the cutting-edge 8k digital technology.

 

In his role as an Editor, Carlos approaches his work with the utmost precision, ensuring the Director's vision is faithfully realized. He skillfully blends artistic sensibility with classical and contemporary editing techniques while remaining current with the latest trends in post-production to elevate the storytelling. Carlos is proficient in a variety of editing software, including Avid, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, and Media Encoder.

 

Carlos's profile extends beyond his technical prowess; he is a resourceful problem solver who possesses strong leadership, motivational, organizational, and communication skills. He thrives in high-pressure situations, adapting seamlessly to tight deadlines and unforeseen changes. Carlos is adept in operating both Mac OS and Windows systems and is well-versed in various Microsoft Office applications. Additionally, he is fluent in both spoken and written English and Spanish, with a beginner-level proficiency in Italian.